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Definition
General education or liberal studies; wide, interdisciplinary knowledge.
- wide, interdisciplinary knowledge; general knowledge
- liberal studies or general education curriculum in schools and universities
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Liberal Studies curriculum in Hong Kong secondary schools, which was a core subject designed to foster critical thinking on contemporary issues. Beyond the school context, it describes a broad, interdisciplinary approach to learning that emphasizes connecting different fields of knowledge. It is rarely used in casual conversation outside of academic or educational discussions.
Examples
Do you think the Liberal Studies subject helps you with your thinking?
He studied general education in university and has researched many social issues.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the general concept of being knowledgeable or well-read, which is better expressed as 博學. Using it to describe a person who knows a lot about everything sounds unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
